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Old 06-12-2016, 07:25 PM   #1
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Ecoboost vs. Tundra

I know I'm probably starting something with this question, but..... Is there an appreciable difference between a Ecoboost Screw 2wd, 3.55 rearend and a tundra 2wd. 5.7 with 4.3 rear end. The F-150 would be a Lariat with standard tow package. I know there are a lot of you who have these TV's and could provide some real world info and not just quote numbers. Thanks.
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I know I'm probably starting something with this question, but..... Is there an appreciable difference between a Ecoboost Screw 2wd, 3.55 rearend and a tundra 2wd. 5.7 with 4.3 rear end. The F-150 would be a Lariat with standard tow package. I know there are a lot of you who have these TV's and could provide some real world info and not just quote numbers. Thanks.
Is there a difference ? wheres the Chevy and dodge in this comparison, if you're going to start something start something big
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Old 06-12-2016, 07:46 PM   #3
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Is there a difference ? wheres the Chevy and dodge in this comparison, if you're going to start something start something big
I figured just with those two it would be big enough!

My family needs all the cab room we can get and those two are the biggest. I know a lot of people really like their Ecoboost and their Tundra's. I've had people tell me that the Tundras are closer to 3/4 ton than 1/2 ton and just wanted to get some other opinions before I buy a truck. Going to look at a 2013 F-150 and a 2014 Tundra tomorrow.
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I am on my 2nd Ecoboost. I had a 2011 Lariat 4x4 and now have a 2015 Laiat 4x4 with max tow. I tow a 7,500 loaded toy hauler out west every summer. It handles Colorado mountain passes with ease and rarely goes to 3,000 rpm.

I have no complaints with this truck. Towing I get around 10 mpg and not towing get around 18 in town and 20 hiway.

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You're going about the comparison all wrong. Look at the resale value in 3-5 years,thats your real answer.
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if he trundra or 150 are close to a 3/4 why waste your time and money just get a 3/4 .
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You're going about the comparison all wrong. Look at the resale value in 3-5 years,thats your real answer.
I plan on having whatever I buy for the next 8-10 years hopefully. Resale isn't my top priority.
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I've been driving Toyotas for 25 years. I've only had 3 including my current Tundra. In my opinion, they are very reliable. Technically the Tundra is 1/2 ton but is designed and built as a 3/4 ton. I have only had my FW for a year and have not taken it out west yet. Before I purchased my Tundra I did a little research on 3/4 ton trucks that use gas. I considered a GMC but the horsepower was something like 345 HP and towing capacity was 7,000#. My Tundra has a 381 HP engine and 10,000#+.

I have only been to Raystown Lake in Pennsylvania and as far south to North Fort Myers, Fl. I travel 60/61 MPH and average 9.2 to 11 MPG. Unless I decide to get a bigger or heavier FW I will keep my Tundra. Over the past 25 years I have only needed to replace oil and filters, tires, batteries and windshield wipers.



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I previously was using a Tundra before I found my cherry 2000 chev 2500 that I got for a song and a dance, much better than a payment I had on the Tundra, but it is half the truck that the Tundra is.

I am not much of a Ford guy and I have experienced the Tundra and I can totally recommend it to you.
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Thanks for all the replies. They are exactly the kind of experienced opinions I am needing. My current TV is a 2008 Chevy 5.3. I know either of the two I'm considering will be way better than what I have now. My main concern with the Ford is the longevity of the Ecoboost.
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Probably boils down to personal taste in regards to styling, price, and features. Most Ecoboost owners are going to vote for the Ford, and most Tundra owners for the Toyota. Either one will do the job.


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Probably boils down to personal taste in regards to styling, price, and features. Most Ecoboost owners are going to vote for the Ford, and most Tundra owners for the Toyota. Either one will do the job.


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You're right, I guess a better question would have been is one any more capable than the other. I know what the numbers say,
I just wanted to hear from owners with actual towing experience. So far I've got great responses. Thanks.
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I've been driving Toyotas for 25 years. I've only had 3 including my current Tundra. In my opinion, they are very reliable. Technically the Tundra is 1/2 ton but is designed and built as a 3/4 ton. I have only had my FW for a year and have not taken it out west yet. Before I purchased my Tundra I did a little research on 3/4 ton trucks that use gas. I considered a GMC but the horsepower was something like 345 HP and towing capacity was 7,000#. My Tundra has a 381 HP engine and 10,000#+.

I have only been to Raystown Lake in Pennsylvania and as far south to North Fort Myers, Fl. I travel 60/61 MPH and average 9.2 to 11 MPG. Unless I decide to get a bigger or heavier FW I will keep my Tundra. Over the past 25 years I have only needed to replace oil and filters, tires, batteries and windshield wipers.



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you must be talking 1500 without tow package .
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If you tow in the mountains and high elevations, then the ecoboost is your best bet as there is no degradation in power and towing capability with this engine compared to the Tundra.

However, if you are a sea level kind of guy, then the Tundra is a great machine an should last longer and be more reliable.

If you do decide on the Ford, make sure you get the Max Tow Package as a minimum unless your vehicle is simply a grocery getter.
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Toyota ..why lol

The big 3 are light years ahead of the rest still....and cost of maintenance will likely be cheaper.
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The big 3 are light years ahead of the rest still....and cost of maintenance will likely be cheaper.
Except the Toyota rarely requires anything other than routine oil, fluids and filter changes.
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Love my F 150 EB but it has a 3.73 rear end and a Max tow package which includes sway control. This combination allows 11,300# towing with a Weight distribution Hitch. Love this truck. I would recommend the 3.73 over the 3.55 rear end.

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Except the Toyota rarely requires anything other than routine oil, fluids and filter changes.
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There's a reason the F150 always finishes 1st or 2nd and Toyota finishes either last second to last in all towing and truck comparisons.
Just Google 1/2 ton shootouts or towing comparisons. While the Tundra may be a good truck it just doesn't have the same goods as an F150. Last I read it doesn't even have tow mirrors or a built in tow brake.
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Technically the Tundra is 1/2 ton but is designed and built as a 3/4 ton.


That statement is absurd.


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